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NewsWaitrose full-year profits slip following spike in pension costs
Waitrose has suffered a 17% slip in full-year pre-tax profits, driven by rising pension costs across the John Lewis Partnership.
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AnalysisAnalysis: What new technologies will future-proof the stores of tomorrow?
To meet and exceed consumer expectations it’s vital retailers keep an eye on the emerging tech that will undoubtedly impact future customer journeys.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Carrefour trials one-hour grocery delivery in French capital
Carrefour is to debut a new delivery service from three stores in Paris, in a trial programme that has been dubbed ‘Carrefour Now’.
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OpinionBlog: Forget about drones, for speedy delivery use the trusty push bike
Sainsbury’s is using bicycles and an app service to bring busy customers in the capital their grocery orders in a super-speedy time.
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NewsKoovs drafts in new finance boss as Roy Naismith steps down
Indian etailer Koovs has named Robert John Pursell as its new finance boss as Roy Naismith steps down from his role with the business.
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NewsSir Charlie Mayfield on why John Lewis Partnership Day matters
On John Lewis’ Partnership Day, chairman Sir Charlie Mayfield tells Retail Week why the celebration is so important.
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AnalysisInfographic: Reactions to Brexit, plus the latest retail sales stats
The week in words and numbers, July 1, 2016: The retail reaction to Brexit, Tesco customers buying fresh, Hobbycraft in rude health and more
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OpinionRetail surgery: How can retailers increase customer communication?
How can retailers increase customer communication?
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OpinionOpinion: John Lewis reminds us that values deliver commercial success
Rarely has retail been seen in such an unflattering light as over the past few weeks, from trouble at BHS, Sports Direct and My Local.
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VideoThe Retail Week with Gracia Amico: Inspiring future female leaders
Retail Week Be Inspired aims to promote the careers of female leaders in the industry. We ask what retailers are doing to encourage women in retail.
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NewsAgenda: Sports Direct full years plus M&S, Primark and Dunelm updates
Retail Week looks at what’s coming up this week, with full-year results from Sports Direct and updates from Marks & Spencer and Primark.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Waitrose, Dixons Carphone and more
Retail round-up: Waitrose’s profit falls, Dixons Carphone to improve its multichannel operations, product availability and location key for shoppers.
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Retail VoiceOpinion: The future for retail is all about getting personal
‘Personalisation’ is a ubiquitous term in the retail industry and one which poses as many challenges for retailers as it does opportunities.
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NewsMade.com unveils flagship showroom in Paris amid Brexit anxiety
Made.com boss Ning Li has admitted he is “disappointed” by the outcome of the EU referendum as he launched the business’s new showroom in Paris.
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OpinionOpinion: Shoppers love Amazon but will they flock to buy the Fresh offer?
“I love Amazon but…” seems to be the view of many US customers who have had a while to road test the etail mammoth’s Fresh grocery service.
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NewsWiggle on final lap to acquire Chain Reaction Cycles after CMA approval
Wiggle’s acquisition of online rival Chain Reaction Cycles has been approved by the competition authorities with the deal due to complete “shortly”.
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OpinionOpinion: In the wake of the Brexit vote, will the economy now collapse?
Following the referendum the UK economy faces some tough challenges, but the next few years could be less severe than many are predicting.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Retail's amazing company cultures delivering commercial success
Retailers are in constant competition to attract the best talent. What underpins good financial performance in the industry is not just product or price, but often people.
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NewsBHS administrators strike deal to sell 70 stores and online operations
BHS’s administrators have struck a deal to sell the collapsed retailer’s international business and its website, according to reports.
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NewsAmazon Fresh delivery nearly doubles its London postcode list
Amazon Fresh has expanded its London delivery area, adding 59 postcodes in North, East and South London to its roster.